Łupież różowy
Charakterystyka, pielęgnacja i opieka

Łupież różowy (Pityriasis rosea) to samoograniczająca się dermatoza o prawdopodobnej etiologii wirusowej, występująca głównie u osób w wieku 10-35 lat, z nieznaczną przewagą kobiet. Choroba rozpoczyna się od pojedynczej blaszki macierzystej, po czym w ciągu 4-10 tygodni pojawia się charakterystyczna wysypka na tułowiu, ramionach, szyi i udach, ułożona wzdłuż linii Langera. Wysypka ustępuje samoistnie bez blizn, a świąd dotyczy około 25% pacjentów. Diagnostyka opiera się na obrazie klinicznym, a leczenie jest głównie objawowe, koncentrując się na łagodzeniu świądu za pomocą emolientów, preparatów z kalaminą, mentolo-fenolem, kremów z hydrokortyzonem 1% (stosowanych oszczędnie) oraz doustnych leków przeciwhistaminowych, z zachowaniem ostrożności u dzieci i kobiet ciężarnych. Zalecenia pielęgnacyjne obejmują unikanie przegrzewania skóry, stosowanie letnich kąpieli, używanie łagodnych środków myjących, noszenie luźnej odzieży oraz ochronę przed nadmiernym promieniowaniem UV (SPF ≥30).

Wprowadzenie do łupieżu różowego

Łupież różowy (Pityriasis rosea) to powszechna, samoograniczająca się choroba skóry charakteryzująca się wysypką, która najczęściej dotyka dzieci i młodych dorosłych między 10 a 35 rokiem życia, z nieznaczną przewagą u kobiet. 12 Choroba zwykle rozpoczyna się od pojedynczej, owalnej zmiany zwanej blaszką macierzystą (herald patch), po czym w ciągu dni lub tygodni pojawiają się liczne mniejsze zmiany zlokalizowane głównie na tułowiu, ramionach, szyi i udach, układające się często wzdłuż linii Langera, przypominając kształtem gałęzie sosny. 23

Łupież różowy jest prawdopodobnie wywoływany przez infekcję wirusową, chociaż dokładna etiologia pozostaje nieznana. Choroba nie jest zaraźliwa i rzadko nawraca po ustąpieniu. 43 Wysypka utrzymuje się zwykle przez okres od 4 do 10 tygodni, po czym samoistnie ustępuje bez pozostawienia blizn. 56

Postępowanie pielęgnacyjne w łupieżu różowym

Ponieważ łupież różowy ma charakter samoograniczający, w większości przypadków nie wymaga leczenia. Głównym celem postępowania jest łagodzenie objawów, szczególnie świądu, który może być dokuczliwy u około 25% pacjentów. 78 Należy zapewnić pacjentowi odpowiednią edukację na temat samoograniczającego charakteru choroby oraz przekazać zalecenia dotyczące postępowania objawowego.

Podstawowe zasady pielęgnacji skóry

W łupieżu różowym zaleca się przestrzeganie następujących zasad pielęgnacji skóry:

  • Unikanie przegrzewania skóry – ciepło i pocenie się mogą nasilać wysypkę i świąd 910
  • Stosowanie letnich, nie gorących kąpieli i pryszniców 910
  • Używanie łagodnych, bezzapachowych środków myjących zamiast mydła, które może powodować dodatkowe wysuszenie skóry 1112
  • Noszenie luźnych ubrań z bawełny lub jedwabiu, unikanie odzieży, która ociera się o wysypkę 9
  • Ochrona skóry przed nadmierną ekspozycją na słońce 95
  • Unikanie drażniących substancji, takich jak agresywne mydła, perfumy, gorąca woda, wełna i syntetyczne tkaniny 1314

Łagodzenie świądu

Świąd jest jednym z najbardziej uciążliwych objawów łupieżu różowego. Do metod łagodzących świąd należą:

  • Stosowanie emolientów i nawilżających balsamów bezzapachowych na wilgotną skórę 109
  • Używanie preparatów z kalaminą lub mentolo-fenolem 1315
  • Dodawanie do kąpieli zmielonego na proszek owsa lub stosowanie gotowych preparatów kąpielowych z owsem, np. Aveeno 1110
  • Stosowanie chłodnych kompresów na zmiany skórne 1617
  • Używanie kremów z hydrokortyzonem 1% (dostępnych bez recepty) na niewielkie, swędzące obszary. Należy stosować je oszczędnie na twarzy i okolicach intymnych. Nie należy stosować u dzieci poniżej 2 roku życia i w okolicach odbytu lub pochwy u dzieci poniżej 12 roku życia bez zalecenia lekarza 1110

Farmakoterapia dostępna bez recepty

W łagodzeniu objawów łupieżu różowego pomocne mogą być następujące leki dostępne bez recepty:

Należy pamiętać, że nie należy podawać leków przeciwhistaminowych dzieciom bez uprzedniej konsultacji z lekarzem. 10

Medyczne metody leczenia łupieżu różowego

Jeśli domowe metody nie przynoszą ulgi lub łupież różowy ma ciężki przebieg, lekarz może zalecić bardziej specjalistyczne leczenie.

Farmakoterapia na receptę

W przypadku nasilonego świądu lub rozległej wysypki lekarz może przepisać:

  • Silniejsze miejscowe kortykosteroidy w postaci kremów lub maści 51
  • Doustne leki przeciwhistaminowe w większych dawkach 51
  • W wyjątkowych przypadkach ciężkiego przebiegu rozważane może być krótkotrwałe zastosowanie doustnych steroidów, choć nie jest to powszechnie zalecane 13

Należy zaznaczyć, że leczenie systemowe steroidami nie jest zalecane rutynowo, ponieważ może nasilić chorobę. 13

Fototerapia

W niektórych przypadkach łupieżu różowego stosuje się fototerapię:

  • Ekspozycja na promieniowanie ultrafioletowe (UVB) pod nadzorem lekarza może przyspieszyć ustępowanie wysypki 54
  • Umiarkowana ekspozycja na naturalne światło słoneczne (najlepiej we wczesnych godzinach porannych lub późnym popołudniem) może być korzystna 422
  • Należy pamiętać o ochronie skóry przed oparzeniem słonecznym, które może pogorszyć przebieg wysypki, stosując filtry przeciwsłoneczne o szerokim spektrum działania z SPF co najmniej 30 56

Fototerapia może powodować utrzymującą się hiperpigmentację skóry po ustąpieniu wysypki, zwłaszcza u osób o ciemniejszej karnacji. 523

Szczególne sytuacje kliniczne

Łupież różowy u kobiet w ciąży

Kobiety ciężarne z łupieżem różowym, szczególnie w pierwszych 15 tygodniach ciąży, wymagają szczególnej uwagi ze względu na potencjalne zwiększone ryzyko poronienia lub przedwczesnego porodu. 1524 W takich przypadkach zaleca się:

  • Konsultację ze specjalistą dermatologiem i ginekologiem 24
  • Ścisłe monitorowanie przebiegu ciąży 15
  • W niektórych przypadkach może być rozważone leczenie acyklowirem, ale zawsze po konsultacji z doświadczonym lekarzem 25
Łupież różowy u dzieci

U dzieci z łupieżem różowym zaleca się:

  • Obcinanie paznokci na krótko, aby zapobiec drapaniu i uszkodzeniu skóry 26
  • Zakładanie skarpetek na dłonie dziecka podczas snu, aby uniemożliwić drapanie 26
  • Unikanie stosowania leków przeciwhistaminowych bez konsultacji z lekarzem 10
  • Szczególną ostrożność przy stosowaniu kremów z hydrokortyzonem – nie stosować u dzieci poniżej 2 roku życia bez zalecenia lekarza 11

Monitorowanie i kiedy zgłosić się do lekarza

Łupież różowy zwykle ustępuje samoistnie, jednak w niektórych przypadkach konieczna jest konsultacja lekarska. 273

Wizyta kontrolna

Zazwyczaj nie ma potrzeby rutynowych wizyt kontrolnych w przypadku łupieżu różowego o łagodnym przebiegu. Wizyty kontrolne mogą być wskazane w przypadku:

  • Pacjentów z nasilonym świądem, którzy otrzymują leczenie miejscowymi steroidami (kontrola po 1-2 tygodniach) 13
  • Pacjentów z atypowym przebiegiem choroby 13

Objawy alarmowe wymagające pilnej konsultacji

Należy niezwłocznie skontaktować się z lekarzem w przypadku wystąpienia:

  • Objawów zakażenia: ból, zaczerwienienie, obrzęk, ropna wydzielina, gorączka 1112
  • Wysypki na dłoniach i podeszwach stóp (może wskazywać na inną diagnozę) 1112
  • Utrzymywania się wysypki powyżej 3 miesięcy 98
  • Nasilenia świądu mimo stosowania leków dostępnych bez recepty 2628

Edukacja pacjenta

Edukacja pacjenta jest istotnym elementem opieki nad osobami z łupieżem różowym. 1329

Kluczowe informacje dla pacjenta

Pacjent powinien zostać poinformowany o:

  • Łagodnym, samoograniczającym charakterze choroby 2924
  • Przewidywanym czasie trwania wysypki (zwykle 4-10 tygodni) 529
  • Braku zakaźności choroby 330
  • Rzadkim występowaniu nawrotów po ustąpieniu 415
  • Możliwości pozostawienia przejściowych przebarwień pozapalnych u osób o ciemniejszej karnacji 1523

Zalecenia dotyczące stylu życia

Oprócz zaleceń dotyczących pielęgnacji skóry, pacjentowi należy przekazać następujące wskazówki:

  • Unikanie intensywnego wysiłku fizycznego, który może prowadzić do pocenia się i nasilenia wysypki 131
  • Przeciwwskazanie stosowania przeciwgrzybiczych preparatów miejscowych, które mogą nasilić wysypkę 932
  • Konieczność stosowania kremów z filtrem przeciwsłonecznym podczas ekspozycji na słońce 56
  • W przypadku kobiet ciężarnych – konieczność ścisłej współpracy z ginekologiem 24

Rokowanie

Rokowanie w łupieżu różowym jest bardzo dobre. 155 Choroba:

  • Ustępuje samoistnie w ciągu 4-10 tygodni w większości przypadków 56
  • Nie pozostawia blizn 621
  • Może pozostawiać przejściowe przebarwienia pozapalne u osób o ciemniejszej karnacji, które z czasem ustępują 1523
  • Rzadko nawraca po całkowitym ustąpieniu 45
  • Nie jest związana z żadnymi długotrwałymi powikłaniami zdrowotnymi 1524

Po przebyciu łupieżu różowego pacjent zazwyczaj zyskuje długotrwałą odporność na ponowne zachorowanie. 15

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  • #1 Azthena logo with the word Azthena
    https://www.news-medical.net/health/Understanding-Pityriasis-Rosea-Treatment-and-Care.aspx
    Pityriasis rosea is a skin condition characterized by widely distributed red, scaly, and often itchy skin lesions. It usually affects people between the ages of 10 and 35 and is slightly more common among women than men. […] Specific treatments are generally not required, and the primary focus of management is reducing itchiness and addressing secondary bacterial infections or other complications. […] The standard treatment regimen includes topical emollients and antipruritic lotions, corticosteroid creams, and oral antihistamines to control symptoms. Additionally, products like skin moisturizers and corticosteroid creams are used to alleviate discomfort caused by pityriasis rosea. […] Emollients play a crucial role in managing conditions like eczema and other inflammatory skin diseases. They help improve the skin barrier function and reduce dryness, scaling, and pruritus.
  • #1 Azthena logo with the word Azthena
    https://www.news-medical.net/health/Understanding-Pityriasis-Rosea-Treatment-and-Care.aspx
    Corticosteroid creams are primarily used to reduce inflammation in lesions. These synthetic hormones produced by the adrenal gland work by reducing itchiness and redness associated with inflammation. […] Antihistamine pills may relieve itching. These medications are effective in alleviating symptoms caused by inflammation. […] Patients are advised to avoid anything that worsens their condition, such as hot baths, physical activity that leads to sweating, etc. Common recommendations include avoiding hot weather, strenuous activities, and hot tubs, as these can worsen the rash and itching.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea | Nationwide Children’s Hospital
    https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea (Pit-er-RIE-uh-sis ROSE-ee-uh) is a common skin problem in children and young adults. It often begins with a large scaly lesion called the herald patch. Lesions may appear anywhere on the body, but are most commonly found on the trunk, upper arms, neck and thighs. Within days to weeks afterwards, many smaller scaling patches begin to appear. They can continue to appear for weeks. The lesions may be itchy. […] The only treatment needed is to help with the itching. Some children may have areas of change in skin color where the patches are, but this goes away in the following months. […] If your child has a fever you may give acetaminophen. Be sure to follow the instructions on the label.put socks on your childs hands to keep her from scratching the skin open. […] Keep your childs fingernails cut short to keep him from scratching open the skin.
  • #3 Pityriasis rosea – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pityriasis-rosea/symptoms-causes/syc-20376405
    Pityriasis rosea is a rash that often begins as an oval spot on the face, chest, abdomen or back. This is called a herald patch and may be up to 4 inches (10 centimeters) across. Then you may get smaller spots that sweep out from the middle of the body in a shape that looks like drooping pine-tree branches. The rash can be itchy. […] Treatment may help relieve the symptoms. […] Medicated lotions may lessen itchiness and speed the disappearance of the rash. Often, though, no treatment is required. The condition is not contagious and seldom recurs. […] See your health care provider if you develop a rash that gets worse or hasn’t cleared up in three months. […] Pityriasis rosea isn’t contagious.
  • #4 Pityriasis rosea | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a skin rash caused by a virus. […] There is no treatment available to speed recovery, but the symptoms can be managed in the meantime. […] Generally, pityriasis rosea is a one-off event – once it has gone, the rash doesnt reappear. […] Pityriasis rosea is caused by a viral infection. […] It is not possible to make the rash disappear any faster, so treatment aims to manage the symptoms. Options may include: […] Steroid creams can be used to help reduce itching. […] Oral antihistamines may help in cases of severe itching. […] Mild moisturising creams can be applied generously and often. […] Some cases may respond to ultraviolet light, so mild sunshine may be beneficial. However, avoid sunburn and dont stay in the sun too long. Early morning or late afternoon are the best times. […] Phototherapy using UVB ultraviolet light may be helpful.
  • #5 Pityriasis rosea – Diagnosis & treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pityriasis-rosea/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20376410
    Pityriasis rosea usually goes away on its own without treatment in 4 to 10 weeks. If the rash doesn’t disappear by then or the itching bothers you, talk with your health care provider about treatments. The condition clears up without scarring and usually doesn’t come back. […] If home remedies don’t ease symptoms or shorten the duration of pityriasis rosea, your health care provider might prescribe medicine. Examples include corticosteroids and antihistamines. […] Your health care provider might also suggest light therapy. In light therapy, you’re exposed to natural or artificial light that may ease your symptoms. Light therapy may cause lasting spots of skin that are darker than usual (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation), even after the rash clears. […] The following self-care tips may help relieve the discomfort of pityriasis rosea: Take nonprescription allergy medicine (antihistamines), such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl, others). Bathe or shower in lukewarm water. Sprinkle bath water with an oatmeal-based bath product (Aveeno). Apply a moisturizer, calamine lotion or a nonprescription corticosteroid cream. Protect your skin from the sun. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30, even on cloudy days. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours or more often in you’re swimming or perspiring.
  • #6 Pityriasis rosea | Altru Health System
    https://www.altru.org/health-library/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a rash that often begins as an oval spot on the face, chest, abdomen or back. This is called a herald patch and may be up to 4 inches (10 centimeters) across. Then you may get smaller spots that sweep out from the middle of the body in a shape that looks like drooping pine-tree branches. The rash can be itchy. […] Treatment may help relieve the symptoms. […] The rash persists for several weeks and heals without scarring. Medicated lotions may lessen itchiness and speed the disappearance of the rash. Often, though, no treatment is required. […] Pityriasis rosea usually goes away on its own without treatment in 4 to 10 weeks. If the rash doesn’t disappear by then or the itching bothers you, talk with your health care provider about treatments. The condition clears up without scarring and usually doesn’t come back.
  • #6 Pityriasis rosea | Altru Health System
    https://www.altru.org/health-library/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    If home remedies don’t ease symptoms or shorten the duration of pityriasis rosea, your health care provider might prescribe medicine. Examples include corticosteroids and antihistamines. […] The following self-care tips may help relieve the discomfort of pityriasis rosea: Take nonprescription allergy medicine (antihistamines), such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl, others). Bathe or shower in lukewarm water. Sprinkle bath water with an oatmeal-based bath product (Aveeno). Apply a moisturizer, calamine lotion or a nonprescription corticosteroid cream. Protect your skin from the sun. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30, even on cloudy days. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours or more often in you’re swimming or perspiring.
  • #7 Pityriasis rosea: Diagnosis and treatment
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-treatment
    Pityriasis rosea causes a rash that will clear on its own, so most people dont need treatment. […] Most people do not need treatment, but sometimes, it can be helpful. Your dermatologist may recommend treatment if your symptoms or the rash: Causes discomfort that interferes with everyday life. […] Most people dont need treatment and can get relief with at-home self-care. See what board-certified dermatologists recommend that can help you or your child feel more comfortable: Pityriasis rosea: How to treat it at home. […] If you have pityriasis rosea, the rash will go away without treatment. […] If you have a long-lasting rash thats causing discomfort, severe itch, or both, your dermatologist can develop a treatment plan. […] While you have the rash, taking some precautions can help you feel better.
  • #8 Pityriasis Rosea | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2004/0101/p87.html
    The rash of pityriasis rosea typically lasts about five weeks and resolves by eight weeks in more than 80 percent of patients. An important goal of treatment is to control pruritus, which may be severe in 25 percent of patients. For patients with severe pruritus, experts have recommended treatment with zinc oxide, calamine lotion, topical steroids, oral antihistamines, and even oral steroids. […] Patients should be advised about the self-limited nature of pityriasis rosea and about the need to contact their physician if the rash or pruritus lasts more than three months. Persistence beyond that time should prompt physicians to reconsider the original diagnosis, to consider biopsy to confirm the diagnosis, and to check for the use of medications that may cause a rash similar to that of pityriasis rosea.
  • #9 Pityriasis rosea: How to treat it at home
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-self-care
    Keeping your skin cool, using fragrance-free skin care products, and protecting your skin from the sun can help prevent a worsening rash. […] If you have pityriasis rosea, the rash and symptoms will go away without treatment. Until the rash clears, here are 9 tips that dermatologists give their patients to help them feel more comfortable. […] Avoid overheating when you can. Heat can worsen the rash and the itch. […] Take warm not hot showers and baths. Hot water can worsen the rash and itch. […] Protect your rash(es) from the sun. Getting a sunburn while you have pityriasis rosea can feel miserable. […] Be gentle with your skin and use fragrance-free skin care products until the rash clears. Rubbing or scrubbing your skin can irritate your skin, causing the rash to worsen. […] Apply a fragrance-free emollient to help your skin feel more comfortable. An emollient can relieve the itch and discomfort by moisturizing, softening, and soothing your skin.
  • #9 Pityriasis rosea: How to treat it at home
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-self-care
    Wear loose-fitting clothes. If clothing rubs against the rash, this can worsen the rash. […] Relieve the itch with one or more of these dermatologist-recommended remedies. The rash can be itchy, and sometimes severely itchy. […] Never use an anti-fungal medication to treat pityriasis rosea. Applying any anti-fungal medication to a pityriasis rosea rash can worsen the rash. […] While the rash of pityriasis rosea can often be cared for at home, you should see a board-certified dermatologist if the rash worsens or lasts longer than 3 months.
  • #10 Pityriasis Rosea
    https://mentalhealth.networkofcare.org/washington-pa/HealthLibrary/Article?docType=general&articleId=tr6164spec
    Pityriasis rosea usually goes away without treatment within 6 to 8 weeks. If the rash itches, there are over-the-counter medicines that can help. Or your doctor may prescribe a cream or ointment. […] Severe cases of pityriasis rosea may be treated with medicines or with ultraviolet light therapy. Also, if you are pregnant and get this rash, check with your doctor. You may need treatment. […] To relieve itching at home: Try to stay cool. Getting too warm and sweaty can make the rash and itching worse. […] Try an over-the-counter antihistamine. Don’t give antihistamines to your child unless you’ve checked with the doctor first. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the label. […] Use a mild soap or a gentle skin cleanser when you wash your skin. […] Avoid taking hot showers or baths. Keep the water warm or lukewarm.
  • #10 Pityriasis Rosea
    https://mentalhealth.networkofcare.org/washington-pa/HealthLibrary/Article?docType=general&articleId=tr6164spec
    Apply a moisturizer or calamine lotion to the skin while it is damp. […] Add a handful of oatmeal (ground to a powder) to your bath. Or you can try an oatmeal bath product, such as Aveeno. Keep the water warm or lukewarm. A hot bath or shower may make the rash more visible and itchy. […] Try an over-the-counter 1% hydrocortisone cream for small itchy areas. Use the cream very sparingly on the face or genitals. Note: Do not use the cream on children younger than age 2 unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use it in the rectal or vaginal area in children younger than age 12 unless your doctor tells you to.
  • #11
    https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=zc1629
    Pityriasis rosea is most common in children and young adults. It lasts 1 to 3 months and then goes away on its own. Medicine can help relieve any itching. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line (811 in most provinces and territories) if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. […] If your doctor prescribed medicine, use it exactly as prescribed. Call your doctor or nurse advice line if you have any problems with your medicine. […] Use a mild soap or a gentle skin cleanser when you wash your skin. […] Add a handful of oatmeal (ground to a powder) to your bath. Or you can try an oatmeal bath product, such as Aveeno. Keep the water warm or lukewarm. A hot bath or shower may make the rash more visible and itchy.
  • #11
    https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=zc1629
    Try an over-the-counter 1% hydrocortisone cream for small itchy areas. Use the cream very sparingly on the face or genitals. Note: Do not use the cream on children younger than age 2 unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use in the rectal or vaginal area in children younger than age 12 unless your doctor tells you to. […] Call your doctor or nurse advice line now or seek immediate medical care if you have signs of infection such as: Pain, warmth, or swelling near the rash. Red streaks near the rash. Pus coming from the rash. A fever. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor or nurse advice line if: You see the rash on the palms of your hands or the soles of your feet. You do not get better as expected.
  • #12 Pityriasis Rosea: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente
    https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.pityriasis-rosea-care-instructions.zc1629
    Pityriasis rosea is most common in children and young adults. It lasts 1 to 3 months and then goes away on its own. Medicine can help relieve any itching. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. […] If your doctor prescribed medicine, use it exactly as prescribed. Call your doctor if you have any problems with your medicine. […] Use a mild soap or a gentle skin cleanser when you wash your skin. […] Try an over-the-counter 1% hydrocortisone cream for small itchy areas. Use the cream very sparingly on the face or genitals. Note: Do not use the cream on children younger than age 2 unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use in the rectal or vaginal area in children younger than age 12 unless your doctor tells you to.
  • #12 Pityriasis Rosea: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente
    https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.pityriasis-rosea-care-instructions.zc1629
    Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if you have signs of infection such as: Pain, warmth, or swelling near the rash. Red streaks near the rash. Pus coming from the rash. A fever. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you see the rash on the palms of your hands or the soles of your feet. You do not get better as expected.
  • #13 Pityriasis Rosea Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Pharmacologic Therapy and Phototherapy, Consultations
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1107532-treatment
    Pityriasis rosea (PR) is a self-limited disease; treatment is supportive. Water, sweat, and soap may cause irritation and should be avoided early in the disease. Topical zinc oxide and calamine lotion are useful for pruritus. If the disease is severe or widespread (eg, vesicular pityriasis rosea), topical or oral steroids may be used. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation therapy has been demonstrated to be effective for pityriasis rosea but may leave postinflammatory pigmentation at the site of the pityriasis rosea lesion. […] Generally, patient education (eg, to avoid exposure to irritant agents [eg, harsh soaps, fragrances, hot water, wool, and synthetic fabrics], tight clothing, and scratching), coupled with reassurance that the rash will resolve, is all that is needed. However, it can be helpful to institute measures aimed at relieving bothersome symptoms (eg, pruritus).
  • #13 Pityriasis Rosea Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Pharmacologic Therapy and Phototherapy, Consultations
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1107532-treatment
    Pruritus is commonly associated with pityriasis rosea and often responds to bland emollients, oral antihistamines, or topical preparations containing calamine, menthol-phenol, pramoxine, colloidal starch, or oatmeal. If the rash is severe, topical steroids can be applied. It must be kept in mind that although steroids alleviate the pruritus, they do not modify the eruption. The sedative effect of the antihistamines may help the patient to sleep better at night. […] Systemic steroids are not recommended because they may exacerbate the disease. However, some dermatologists use prednisone (0.5-1 mg/kg/day for 7 days) in selected patients with severe pruritus, vesicular lesions, or the potential for significant postinflammatory hyperpigmentation, to suppress both pruritus and the exanthem. […] Consultation with a dermatologist is warranted for patients with severe pruritus or disease that necessitates systemic steroid therapy, patients who desire UV-B therapy, or patients with atypical presentations of pityriasis rosea (PR).
  • #13 Pityriasis Rosea Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Pharmacologic Therapy and Phototherapy, Consultations
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1107532-treatment
    Generally, pityriasis rosea (PR) resolves within 12 weeks, and no follow-up is necessary in most cases. However, follow-up care may be provided to ensure that the rash is improving. Patients with moderate-to-severe pruritus who are receiving topical steroids should be followed up by phone or in a return visit in 1-2 weeks.
  • #14 Pityriasis Rosea. Causes and treatment pityriasis rosea.
    https://patient.info/childrens-health/viral-skin-infections-leaflet/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting rash that can occur both in adults and in children. […] Pityriasis rosea is a condition that will clear itself naturally. No treatment is needed. […] The following may help if itching is a problem: Avoid fragranced soaps, hot water, wool and synthetic fabrics. […] Simple creams (also called emollients) may be soothing to the skin and reduce the itching. […] Antihistamine tablets may help to reduce the itching. […] Your doctor may prescribe a steroid cream if your itching is more severe. […] If symptoms are very severe you may be referred to a skin specialist who may advise some ultraviolet light treatment.
  • #15 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Stages, & Treatment
    https://www.medicinenet.com/pityriasis_rosea/article.htm
    Pityriasis rosea usually is self-limited, requires no treatment, and resolves spontaneously. Pityriasis rosea treatment is not necessary if the rash does not cause significant symptoms. Typically, pityriasis rosea will usually clear on its own within six to nine weeks without medical intervention. […] The most common symptom is itching, which can be treated with over-the-counter topical steroid creams (like hydrocortisone cream) and oral antihistamines (like diphenhydramine [Benadryl], cetirizine [Zyrtec]). These will not shorten the duration of the rash but will decrease the itching. Another treatment for itching is ultraviolet light (UVB) or sunlight. Generally, the best treatment is to avoid being overheated by reducing exercise and avoiding hot showers and baths. […] Home remedies for pityriasis rosea include taking lukewarm baths or showers, avoiding drying soaps, wearing cotton or silk clothing to reduce heat, and taking oatmeal baths. Calamine or menthol anti-itch lotions can also be helpful for itching.
  • #15 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Stages, & Treatment
    https://www.medicinenet.com/pityriasis_rosea/article.htm
    If pityriasis rosea occurs early in pregnancy, within the first 15 weeks, there seems to be a greater chance of miscarriage. In addition, children of affected mothers may be prone to premature delivery. Since there is little that can be done to prevent this disease or treat it, affected mothers are monitored closely for potential problems. Occasionally, health care professionals consider treatment with acyclovir. […] The prognosis for pityriasis rosea is excellent as the rash is self-limiting and usually clears even without treatment within nine weeks. It typically leaves no long-lasting scars, although some mild, temporary skin discoloration called post-inflammatory hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation can occur in people with darker skin. It has no known long-lasting side effects and has not been associated with any other diseases. […] Symptoms may be reduced with topical treatment or taking extra precautions to prevent overheating. Once a person has pityriasis rosea, they generally have lifelong immunity.
  • #16 Pityriasis Rosea | Boston Children’s Hospital
    https://www.childrenshospital.org/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a common and mild skin condition characterized by scaly, pink, and inflamed skin. […] There is no cure, but the condition will resolve spontaneously. In the meantime, treatment can relieve symptoms. […] The goal for treatment is to relieve symptoms associated with the condition, such as itching. Treatment will be determined by your child’s physician based on the severity of the condition and may include one or more of the following: […] Medicated lotions and creams to soothe the itching […] Medications by mouth to soothe the itching […] Cool baths with or without oatmeal to soothe the itching […] Ultraviolet exposure, under a physician’s supervision […] Cool compresses to soothe the affected skin.
  • #17 Pityriasis Rosea Symptoms, Treatment, and More | Vujevich Dermatology
    https://www.vucare.com/pityriasis-rosea/
    Pityriasis rosea is a rash that typically occurs on your torso, upper arms, thighs, or neck. […] Pityriasis rosea is one of the medical dermatology conditions that is easily diagnosed and treated. […] At-home treatment options can help alleviate any itchiness that occurs due to pityriasis rosea. The most effective way to reduce the itching sensation is to avoid overheating. […] If the itching persists, apply a cool compress to the areas most affected. […] If the level of itchiness stays the same or worsens, its time to schedule an appointment with your dermatologist. Pityriasis rosea clears up on its own, but your dermatologist can prescribe medications to ease your symptoms.
  • #18 Pityriasis Rosea and Diet: Is There a Connection?
    https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/pityriasis-rosea-diet-and-supplements
    Pityriasis rosea is a skin condition that causes a Christmas tree rash. It starts with one patch, known as the mother patch, and branches out with smaller daughter patches on other parts of the body. […] Because the rash goes away on its own with time, treatment is typically focused on symptom relief. Medical treatment can include antihistamines, topical steroids, and light therapy, all of which aim to reduce the intensity of itching. […] Pityriasis rosea usually goes away on its own, without requiring treatment. Still, certain supplements, topical treatments, medications, and lifestyle changes may offer some relief for those who experience irritated, itchy skin. […] Certain topical treatments may relieve some of the itching caused by pityriasis rosea. […] Over-the-counter antihistamines like diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and cetirizine (Zyrtec) can relieve itching by blocking the effects of histamine.
  • #19 Pityriasis Rosea | Causes and Treatment | Brentwood Dermatology
    https://www.brentwoodderm.com/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea manifests in a distinct sequence, often beginning with a unique oval, slightly raised, and scaly herald patch. […] To relieve itching, use mild, fragrance-free moisturizers and take cool baths. Over-the-counter antihistamines may also help. If the rash is uncomfortable, consult with a dermatologist who can recommend appropriate treatments. […] Treatment for pityriasis rosea centers on symptom management, typically resolving on its own. Over-the-counter antihistamines and mild topical steroids like hydrocortisone provide relief from itching and inflammation. Keeping the skin moisturized with fragrance-free lotions is recommended, and avoiding irritants and excessive sun exposure is crucial. In severe cases, dermatologists may suggest UVB phototherapy or prescribe prescription medications such as oral antihistamines or stronger topical steroids for intense itching. […] While pityriasis rosea is generally self-limiting, we recommend visiting one of our trusted skincare for a professional diagnosis and personalized treatment plan.
  • #20 Pityriasis rosea – BAD Patient Hub
    https://www.skinhealthinfo.org.uk/condition/pityriasis-rosea/
    Pityriasis rosea is a common rash that is usually mild and lasts about 6 to 8 weeks. […] Most people do not need any treatment. If your skin is itchy or sore, a general fragrance-free moisturiser may help. Avoid washing the affected areas with soap or shower gels as this can cause more dryness use a soap substitute instead. Antihistamine tablets may also help and can be bought without prescription. If the rash is still uncomfortable, a mild steroid cream or ointment such as hydrocortisone ointment can be applied twice a day. […] There is no need to treat the rash or change your usual activities if it is not causing any symptoms.
  • #21 Pityriasis Rosea | Cedars-Sinai
    https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/p/pityriasis-rosea.html
    Pityriasis rosea is a type of skin rash. It starts with 1 large, scaly patch. It may be round or oval. This is called the herald patch. It then causes many more small patches. The rash most often appears on the chest, back, and belly. It can take 1 to 3 months to go away. But once its gone, it doesnt come back. […] Treatment will depend on your symptoms, your age, and your general health. It will also depend on how severe the condition is. The rash should go away without treatment. But it can take 1 to 3 months or longer. Once the rash goes away, it doesnt come back. […] You can treat your itching with any of these: Corticosteroid cream or ointment. You can put this medicine on the rash 2 to 3 times a day, for up to 3 weeks. This may help with itch, but it likely wont make the rash disappear. Calamine lotion. This is a pink, watery lotion that can help stop itching. Antihistamine. This medicine can help reduce itching. You can put it on the skin as a cream or take it by mouth as a pill. Other anti-itch lotion or cream. Ask your healthcare provider about other anti-itch lotions or creams that can help ease itching. They may prescribe a stronger medicine if an over-the-counter medicine isnt helping you. […] Talk with your healthcare providers about the risks, benefits, and possible side effects of all treatments.
  • #22 Pityriasis Rosea (for Parents) – Humana – Ohio
    https://kidshealth.org/HumanaOhio/en/parents/pityriasis-rosea.html?WT.ac=p-ra
    Pityriasis rosea usually goes away in 1 to 2 months without any treatment. […] When pityriasis rosea does need treatment, it’s usually just to control the itching. Over-the-counter itch creams or allergy medicine can help, and so can cool compresses and oatmeal baths. […] In some cases, doctors recommend exposure to sunlight to help improve the rash and ease itching. If your child uses this form of therapy, make sure they’re protected from sunburn, which can sometimes make a rash worse. […] Light therapy might be prescribed for cases where the itching is very bothersome. Usually, this involves ultraviolet B (UVB) therapy and is done by a dermatologist.
  • #23 Pityriasis rosea – DermNet
    https://dermnetnz.org/topics/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting rash, which resolves in about 610 weeks. […] While pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting disease, an important goal of treatment is to control pruritus, which may be severe in 25% of patients. In addition to education and reassurance, many patients will benefit from: Applying moisturising creams to dry skin. […] The following therapies may help with the symptoms and speed up clearance: Medium potency topical steroid creams/ointments and oral antihistamines may reduce the itch while waiting for the rash to resolve. […] Pityriasis rosea will resolve in about 610 weeks. Skin discolouration may persist for a few months in darker-skinned people but eventually the skin returns to its normal appearance.
  • #24 Pityriasis Rosea | Mya Care
    https://myacare.com/blog/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting disease; therefore, patients would only necessitate supportive treatment. Most cases would require oral antihistamines for the itch, as well as topical corticosteroids for the rash. Light treatments using UVB light has also been shown to have some benefit. For severe cases of pityriasis rosea, acyclovir may be given. […] Women affected by pityriasis rosea should be followed carefully and co-managed with their OB-GYN, especially during the first 15 weeks of their pregnancy. […] It is important to reassure these patients that pityriasis rosea is self-limiting and has no long-term complications, especially in healthy individuals.
  • #25 A position statement on the management of patients with pityriasis rosea – PubMed
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27406919/
    Many clinical trials have been conducted on the treatment of pityriasis rosea (PR). Our aim was to establish a position statement for the management of adults with PR based on the best available evidence. […] The diagnosis of PR should be ascertained; […] The patients should be assessed for rash severity and impacts on quality of life; […] PR is a self-limiting disease, and most patients do not necessitate any treatment; […] For patients necessitating active treatment, oral acyclovir as 400 mg three times daily for 7 days can be considered; […] Attention should be given to adverse effects and contraindications of acyclovir; […] When PR occurs in early pregnancy, oral antiviral therapy could be considered after consulting experienced clinicians; […] Inadequate information exists in the use of acyclovir to treatment PR in children and breastfeeding women; […] Treating PR is an off-label use of acyclovir, and this has to be discussed with experienced colleagues and the patients.
  • #26 Pityriasis Rosea | Nationwide Children’s Hospital
    https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea (Pit-er-RIE-uh-sis ROSE-ee-uh) is a common skin problem in children and young adults. It often begins with a large scaly lesion called the herald patch. Lesions may appear anywhere on the body, but are most commonly found on the trunk, upper arms, neck and thighs. Within days to weeks afterwards, many smaller scaling patches begin to appear. They can continue to appear for weeks. The lesions may be itchy. […] The only treatment needed is to help with the itching. Some children may have areas of change in skin color where the patches are, but this goes away in the following months. […] If your child has a fever you may give acetaminophen. Be sure to follow the instructions on the label.put socks on your childs hands to keep her from scratching the skin open. […] Keep your childs fingernails cut short to keep him from scratching open the skin.
  • #26 Pityriasis Rosea | Nationwide Children’s Hospital
    https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    Placing socks over the childs hands may help to keep him from scratching. […] If itching continues, you may give Benadryl a medicine that is available without a prescription. […] Putting a moisturizer on the skin may also help. […] Call the dermatologist if itching cannot be controlled with over-the-counter medicine.
  • #27 Pityriasis Rosea Treatment & Prevention l Water’s Edge Dermatology
    https://www.wederm.com/patient-library/pityriasis-rosea/
    Pityriasis rosea is a common skin rash. It usually begins as a large circular or oval spot on the abdomen, back or chest, though it can appear anywhere. This is then followed over the next week or two by new, round to oval lesions that appear over the trunk and arms. It can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months. […] Though the rash is harmless, see a skincare provider for an accurate diagnosis and help with bothersome symptoms. […] The rash goes away on its own, so treatment isn’t usually necessary; however, if the rash is symptomatic (itching), a dermatologist might prescribe oral antihistamines, topical steroids or modest exposure to ultraviolet B (at an in-office visit) or sunlight. […] There are steps you can take to make yourself more comfortable while you have the rash. An over-the counter antihistamine can ease the itching, as can cool compresses and lukewarm oatmeal baths. (Avoid hot baths and hot tubs as heat can aggravate the rash.) An over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream can be used on small areas of the skin in people age 12 and over. Follow the directions on the package. Use only gentle soaps — no deodorant soap.
  • #28 When Your Child Has Pityriasis Rosea | Saint Luke’s Health System
    https://www.saintlukeskc.org/health-library/when-your-child-has-pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is an itchy skin rash that appears on the back and chest. It can cause your child mild discomfort, but it’s not a serious problem. It can easily be managed and treated at home. […] Most children get better without treatment. […] If needed, give your child over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamine medicine to ease itching. […] Put an OTC medicine such as hydrocortisone cream on the skin to ease itching. […] Talk with your health care provider about any severe itching. Some prescription medicines may be helpful. […] Call your child’s health care provider if your child has itching that doesn’t respond to home treatment.
  • #29 Pityriasis Rosea: Practice Essentials, Pathophysiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1107532-overview
    Pityriasis rosea manifests as an acute, self-limiting, papulosquamous eruption with a duration of 6-8 weeks. […] As a rule, pityriasis rosea requires only symptomatic treatment. […] Treatment for pityriasis rosea is supportive. […] Patients should be instructed to avoid contact with irritants. In addition, patients and families should be educated regarding the benign and noninfectious nature of the rash and the relatively lengthy course of the disease. Typically, the secondary rash develops over 2 weeks, persists for another 2 weeks, and then fades over another 2 weeks, without the need for treatment, though some lesions have persisted for as long as 3-4 months.
  • #30
    https://www.nuhs.edu.sg/patient-care/find-a-condition/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis Rosea is a characteristic skin condition, which commonly affects people between the ages of 10 and 35, but may occur at any age. The rash usually lasts from several weeks to several months. It is thought to be triggered by a virus but this condition is not contagious. […] Most people do not need any treatment. If your skin is itchy a moisturiser may help. Antihistamines may also help. If the rash is still uncomfortable, a mild steroid cream cream can be applied twice a day. If the itch is still severe despite these treatments, your doctor may suggest a stronger steroid cream or treatment with ultraviolet light.
  • #31 Pityriasis Rosea (Aftercare Instructions)
    https://www.drugs.com/cg/pityriasis-rosea-aftercare-instructions.html
    Pityriasis rosea is a skin disorder that causes a scaly rash. The cause of Pityriasis rosea is not known. It usually goes away on its own in 2 to 12 weeks. Pityriasis rosea most often occurs in people who are 10 to 35 years old and during pregnancy. […] Medicines may be given to help reduce inflammation and itching. They may be given as a pill or cream. […] Heat may irritate your skin and cause itching. Avoid hot showers and physical activity that may make your skin too warm. […] Follow up with your doctor or dermatologist as directed: Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.
  • #32 Pityriasis Rosea Condition, Treatments and Pictures for Adults – Skinsight
    https://skinsight.com/skin-conditions/pityriasis-rosea/
    Pityriasis rosea usually begins with a single scaly plaque (a raised area on the skin) ranging from 2-5 cm in size. […] The herald patch of pityriasis rosea may be mistaken for ringworm (tinea corporis), but over-the-counter antifungal creams do not improve it. […] Itching with pityriasis rosea can sometimes be reduced with oatmeal baths. […] Other than relieving the itch, there are no self-care measures for pityriasis rosea. […] Because pityriasis rosea is benign and self-limited, no treatment is required. […] However, some people with pityriasis rosea have mild-to-severe itching, in which case your clinician may suggest moisturizing creams or lotions. […] If you develop a patch of pink, purple, or brown scaly skin that does not respond to over-the-counter antifungal creams or hydrocortisone cream, or if you develop a widespread rash, see a dermatologist or another medical professional for evaluation.